Sigma Omega Upsilon has formal recruitment in both Fall and Spring Semester
What is recruitment?
Recruitment is a five day process where brothers get to know potential new members. We want to ensure that potential new members will be a good fit for our fraternity of exemplary leaders. The first few nights are open to all--the latter are invitation only.
I am NOT a Business major, can I still rush? Why should a non-business major join a "Business Fraternity"?
YES, students of ANY major can rush SOU (see following question to see if you meet our GPA requirement). We have had Brothers from nearly every college at UofSC such as the School of Journalism, College of Education, College of Engineering, and even students who have created majors that are not offered at UofSC such as Linguistics! SOU and many other business fraternities that are "open to all majors" offer professional development, networking, and other soft skills that you typically won't learn in the classroom. Although we call ourselves a "Business Fraternity" we focus on the professional development of our brothers to help them succeed.
Am I qualified to rush?
Sigma Omega Upsilon welcomes ALL majors - (although we are an international business professional fraternity). We are firm believers that the whole is greater than the sum of its parts. All academic levels are welcome excluding those in their final semester of USC. We also require a 3.0 GPA.
What do I wear?
Business Casual Attire is required for the first two nights, then Business Professional Attire will be required after and for the invitation only evenings. More information regarding this will be posted on our recruitment page here. If you have any specific questions, please reach out and ask us!
I do not have any business casual or business professional clothes, what should I do?
No worries! UofSc's student government offers business casual and professional clothing and attire in the Carolina Closet located inside of Blatt. With your Carolina Card you can receive 5 pieces of clothing to borrow free of charge. Check out their Instagram page for more information! https://www.instagram.com/uofsc_closet/?hl=en
What does recruitment consist of?
A break-down of each evening with our Brothers will be posted here once dates are confirmed. You can expect a night of mingling with the Brothers, speed dating night, case competition, and a formal interview.
Do I have to attend all days of recruitment?
No, we understand that sometimes your schedule will conflict with our times and dates. However, we HIGHLY encourage you to attend all evenings if possible. Potential new members are expected to attend at least three out of the five evenings.
Can I participate in a social fraternity or sorority and also be a member of SOU?
Yes! Many of our brothers are members of fraternities and sororities on campus alike!
Recruitment is a five day process where brothers get to know potential new members. We want to ensure that potential new members will be a good fit for our fraternity of exemplary leaders. The first few nights are open to all--the latter are invitation only.
I am NOT a Business major, can I still rush? Why should a non-business major join a "Business Fraternity"?
YES, students of ANY major can rush SOU (see following question to see if you meet our GPA requirement). We have had Brothers from nearly every college at UofSC such as the School of Journalism, College of Education, College of Engineering, and even students who have created majors that are not offered at UofSC such as Linguistics! SOU and many other business fraternities that are "open to all majors" offer professional development, networking, and other soft skills that you typically won't learn in the classroom. Although we call ourselves a "Business Fraternity" we focus on the professional development of our brothers to help them succeed.
Am I qualified to rush?
Sigma Omega Upsilon welcomes ALL majors - (although we are an international business professional fraternity). We are firm believers that the whole is greater than the sum of its parts. All academic levels are welcome excluding those in their final semester of USC. We also require a 3.0 GPA.
What do I wear?
Business Casual Attire is required for the first two nights, then Business Professional Attire will be required after and for the invitation only evenings. More information regarding this will be posted on our recruitment page here. If you have any specific questions, please reach out and ask us!
I do not have any business casual or business professional clothes, what should I do?
No worries! UofSc's student government offers business casual and professional clothing and attire in the Carolina Closet located inside of Blatt. With your Carolina Card you can receive 5 pieces of clothing to borrow free of charge. Check out their Instagram page for more information! https://www.instagram.com/uofsc_closet/?hl=en
What does recruitment consist of?
A break-down of each evening with our Brothers will be posted here once dates are confirmed. You can expect a night of mingling with the Brothers, speed dating night, case competition, and a formal interview.
Do I have to attend all days of recruitment?
No, we understand that sometimes your schedule will conflict with our times and dates. However, we HIGHLY encourage you to attend all evenings if possible. Potential new members are expected to attend at least three out of the five evenings.
Can I participate in a social fraternity or sorority and also be a member of SOU?
Yes! Many of our brothers are members of fraternities and sororities on campus alike!